Surviving the “XPocalypse” with System Mechanic©

 

5 Musts to Help Secure Your Windows OS

 

Batten Down the Patches. Making sure existing security patches and driver updates for Windows XP are as current as possible is the first step toward adequately protecting your PC. From there, avoiding use of unsecure programs becomes paramount.

  1. Update security patches: Security Optimizer™

  2. Update hardware drivers: Designated Drivers™

  3. Set up a new default browser: Windows Control Panel

  4. Remove unsecure programs: Advanced Uninstaller™

  5. Disable unsecure plug-ins: Startup Manager™

»View other tips in our “XPocalypse” Tip Series

 

 

How do I update security patches?

Security Optimizer™ finds and plugs security holes in the Windows OS. Run this tool to help ensure your PC has the latest available threat definitions Microsoft supplies.

Here’s how:
 

  1. Start System Mechanic and click Toolbox » Individual Tools » Enhance Protection

  2. Find Security Optimizer™ in the list of tools and click Start

  3. Select the Quick Security Optimization option, then click Next.

For a deeper analysis with manual options, select Custom Inspection and Report and follow The associated steps.

  1. Security Optimizer will then scan your system for vulnerabilities, correct any it finds, and display a summary report.

  2. If a system restart is required to finish a fix, click Restart Now – otherwise click Exit.


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How do I update hardware drivers?

Designated Drivers™ will help you obtain Microsoft’s existing driver updates, so you’re starting off protected with the latest support offered for your OS.

Here’s how:
 

  1. Start System Mechanic and click Toolbox » Individual Tools » Maximize Performance

  2. Find Designated Drivers™ and click Start

  3. Follow the on-screen instructions, using the Help button for further info as needed

  4. Restart your PC to ensure all changes have been applied

 

View an onscreen tutorial for Designated Drivers below:

 


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I’m using Internet Explorer. How do I default to a more secure web browser?

Since Internet Explorer 8 no longer receives the latest security updates, it’s recommended you change your default browser to either Chrome or Firefox, both of which will continue to support Windows XP. You can change default programs in the Windows Control Panel.

Here’s how:
 

  1. In the Windows Start menu, select Control Panel

  2. On the upper right in the View by: pull-down menu make sure Large icons is selected

  3. Click default programs

  4. Click Set your default programs

  5. From the list on the left choose Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox and select Set this program as default.

  6. Click OK

Bonus Tip: If you’re installing Chrome or Firefox for the first time, when prompted to set the default web browser, choose Set as default. If these programs are installed but not currently the default browser, they will ask if you want to set them as the default browser each time you open them. If you see this option, choose one to Set as default.


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I’m using Internet Explorer. How do I default to a more secure web browser?

Advanced Uninstaller™ allows you to thoroughly uninstall software, even if the program did not come with an uninstallation function (32-bit OS only). This feature uses advanced techniques to help ensure the complete elimination of a program and all its components. You can use it to remove programs that no longer receive security updates for XP – for example, the now-defunct Outlook Express, as well as Adobe Reader and Flash.

Here’s how:
 

  1. Start System Mechanic and click Toolbox » Individual Tools » Manage System Configuration

  2. Find Advanced Uninstaller™ and click Start

  3. If the program you want to uninstall is on the list, select it and click Start Selected Uninstaller, and follow the onscreen instructions.

  4. If the program you want to uninstall is not on the list or has an invalid uninstaller, click Uninstall Program Not Listed.

  5. Select the program to uninstall, and click Next

  6. On the Options screen, specify files you want removed as part of the uninstallation. The default selections will be appropriate for most users.

  7. Click Help for details on Uninstallation depth and scope. Check all boxes to completely remove a program.

  8. When you are finished setting options, click Next to run the uninstallation


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If I still use an app, how do I prevent unsecure components within it from launching?

Startup Manager™ allows you to disable, rather than remove, unsecure plug-ins so they never launch. Since its browser plug-in will no longer update for Windows XP users, you should disable Java from running in the Internet Explorer 8 web browser. You can then run stand-alone Java-based applications without your browser unsecurely running content online.

Here’s how:
 

  1. Start System Mechanic and click Toolbox » Individual Tools » Manage System Configuration

  2. Find Startup Manager™ and click Start.

  3. In the left column, click once on the program whose component you want to disable. Internet Explorer browser plug-ins can be found by selecting the main Internet Explorer heading.

  4. A list of components you can disable appears on the right. A green thumb icon indicates the component is necessary and should remain on. A blue profile icon indicates User Choice and may be disabled.

  5. Select the undesired component and click Disable. When asked if you are sure, click Yes.

  6. Click Exit to return to the Individual Tools menu.

 

View an onscreen tutorial that walks you through disabling the Java plug-in for Internet Explorer below:

 


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iolo Affiliate Masterclass

 

How To Improve Your CTR [Click Through Rate]

 

One of the most important skills an affiliate marketer can have is the ability to generate solid CTRs [through both images and landing pages]. If you can't do this, you will never get anywhere with your campaigns...In case you're not familiar with CTR, below is how to calculate it:

 

Click-through rate (%) = Click-throughs (#) / Impressions (#)

 

When you achieve a higher CTR, you'll be able to get lower click prices through paid search campaigns. In general, most self-serve advertising platforms will give you lower CPCs [Cost Per Clicks] as you increase your CTR.

 

Please note: A high CTR is doesn't always equate to the highest profits. In some cases, very high CTRs can lead to lower CRs [Conversion Rates]. That said, in general, high CTRs alongside solid landing pages equate to high $$$s.

 

So...What are some ways to increase your CTR?

 

The most simple answer is that you must make your campaigns targeted.

  1. Learn everything you can about your demographic.

  2. Define your demographic as clearly as possible. [Instead of "Speed Up My PC" for example, look into "Speed up a slow laptop in Los Angeles".

  3. Learn where your demographic can be found on the Internet i.e. which websites/blogs.

  4. Design an ad that's focused to your demographic.

  5. Work out how to appeal to your demographic in terms of; images, landing pages and keywords. [You'll need to find images related to your specific demographic, and develop a creative headline/body that'll speak to them].

Here are a few more CTR boosters!

  1. Offer an incentive. [Carrots work much better than sticks online!]

  2. Create urgency. If there's a time limit, people are more likely to take action.

  3. Grab your prospects attention. Stand-out headlines, sound, video, and graphics can all work well.

  4. Replicate other campaigns. A lot of the bigger brands/players have already done a lot of testing, so you can short-cut the CTR boosting process by replicating [not copying] some aspects of what they're doing.

  5. Typography that get's noticed. Grab peoples attention with unique fonts, big fonts different types of writing etc.

  6. Ugly can work. Really! 'Unprofessional' graphics, and landing pages, can often [but not always] boost CTRs.

  7. Geo-targeted scripts. If you can, geo-targeted scripts is a great way to grab prospects attention.

  8. Try different submit buttons. There are so many options for 'Buy Now' buttons. Try some different versions, and see what works. [This strategy alone can have a material impact on CTRs].

If you have any questions/comments on the above, please email me.

 

 

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Do you offer price shopping comparison tools to your consumers? Would you like to receive a data feed of iolo's products? If so, then please email me.

 

 

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We're pleased to announce an exclusive offer just for affiliates. You can now offer your customers a bundle of the following products:

 

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Great news: through the link below your customers can purchase both titles for only $39.95! This means that they'll save a massive $49.95.

 

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Check out a selection of banners for this campaign you should consider adding to your website/blog:

 
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There are lots more banner sizes available for this campaign through Linkshare. If you have any size requests, or feedback, for the banners above please email me.

 

 

Add Promotional Videos To Your Website/Blog

 

Would you like to add high quality videos that promote iolo's products to your website [in less than 2 minutes]? Now you can! Check out the links below:

 

Welcome to the iolo Technologies YouTube Channel

Surviving the "Xpocalypse" - End of Windows XP Support

System Mechanic's Program Accelerator™

iolo Labs Educational Series - LiveBoost™

Turbocharge Your PC

Causes of PC Slowdown

Speed up your PC with System Mechanic®

Speed Up Your PC - Run Like New Again!
Top Ten Reviews: System Mechanic 11 Review
System Mechanic is featured on CBS for 'Clean Your Computer Day'
System Mechanic Promotional Video

 

Please note: In order to add the videos to your website/blog, follow the steps below:

 

1. Click on the "Share" button underneath the YouTube video player.

2. Click on the "Embed" button above the YouTube URL.

3. Copy and paste the resulting code where you want the video to display on your website/blog.

 

 

Calling All Email Marketers!

 

If you have a list that you think might be interested in iolo's software I'd like to speak with you! We have a lot of [tested and proven] messages that can be used by email marketers through their lists. Email me for more details.

 

 

What Customers Are Saying...

 

 

 

Here're a Handful of Reasons Why You Should Work With Us:

  1. High Conversion Rate. We convert your traffic! iolo's respected brand, high quality software, low price point and great value results in a conversion rate that averages 3% across all earning affiliates. [Our top affiliates convert at over 5%].

  2. High Commission Rate: We'll pay you 30% on each and every sale you make through the iolo affiliate program.

  3. Trusted Program Management. iolo's affiliate program is run through the Linkshare network and professionally managed by AMWSO.

  4. 45 Day Cookie. The customers you refer to us don't have to buy right away for you to profit. We have a 45 day tracking cookie so even if they return to our website and purchase weeks after visiting through your site we'll still pay you.

  5. Monthly Newsletter Support. As an iolo affiliate you'll receive an informative monthly email that will give you the tools/resources to better market iolo's software. We'll also keep you updated on affiliate competitions, activation bonuses, program updates etc.

  6. Keyword Support for CPC Campaigns. iolo offers affiliates full support for paid search campaigns. Email me for a full keyword list.

  7. Parasite Free Program. As with all AMWSO managed programs the iolo affiliate program is parasite free, and always will be.

  8. High Quality Content. iolo offers affiliates high quality content that can be used for Web and Email Marketing. Email me for more information.

Have a great day!

James D. Nardell
iolo Affiliate Management Team
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